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Update: Family member posts on social media missing Wichita Falls teen found, safe

Update: Wednesday afternoon, family member Billy Koetter posted a video on Facebook saying a missing Wichita Falls teenager was found and is safely at home.

Wichita Falls police juvenile detectives had determined earlier in the day that missing 14-year-old David Steven Koetter was considered to be a runaway.

Police confirmed the discovery in a release:

“I have confirmed that David Steven Koetter has returned home. He came home on his own. Thanks again for your help!”

Police investigate missing teenager(Photo: WFPD)

In a release made to the media, Wichita Falls police spokesman, Sgt. Charlie Eipper said,

"I have been advised by the WFPD Juvenile detectives that their investigation of David Steven Keotter has led them to suspect no foul play in his disappearance. Although this is still a pending investigation, Koetter is currently considered a runaway. Officers and Detectives of the WFPD are continuing their search for Koetter in order to ensure his safety and bring him back home to his family.

Koetter was reported missing late Tuesday evening after he had walked away from his home located on Lori Lane.

Previous Times Record News story:

Wichita Falls police are investigating the case of a missing 14-year-old, Steven Koetter.